Course summary
The translation industry is on the rise and specialist translators are highly sought after. The integration of business knowledge and translation/interpreting skills will give you a competitive edge in the job market, opening up a broader range of career opportunities. Through the skill-focused and practical nature of the course, you'll gain invaluable industry experience and proficiency in translation and interpreting, which will potentially enhance your employability. Our lecturers have a wide range of practical and research experience in translation and interpreting. The practical translation and interpreting sessions will include industry-based tasks.
Modules
Compulsory modules: Text Typology and Translation, Translation and Interpreting Studies, Professional Interpreting Practice, Translation and Language Technology, Interpreting for Business and Commerce, Business Translation. Optional modules: Introduction to Intercultural Communication, Narrative Processing across Languages & Cultures, Contemporary Scottish Cultural Studies, Research Skills in Literature, Culture & Communication
Assessment method
Assessment will be delivered through written assignments, practical interpreting scenarios, practical translation tasks, team and/or individual projects.
Entry requirements
First- or upper second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent. An academic background in English or translating is not required. Applicants with a lower degree classification may be considered on an individual basis. Suitable applicants are required to pass an aptitude test prior to admission, comprising of a written translation test. This may be followed by an oral interview to further demonstrate your language proficiency. The oral interview can be conducted face-to-face or online, according to circumstances. We currently admit students who can master another language in addition to English, from the following: Chinese, Spanish, Italian, French.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ